3-Day Hiking and Glamping Tour of Hornstrandir Nature Reserve from Isafjordur

Your second day starts with a nutritious breakfast, so you’re ready for another adventurous day. Then it’s time to discover more breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife that make the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve unique.

Keep an eye out for arctic foxes while you’re hiking. There are no guarantees you’ll see them, but these curious creatures often appear on this tour. These hardy animals are well-adapted for harsh weather conditions and will eat almost anything, one of the keys to their survival.

First, you’ll head up the Kyrskard pass and then down to the Latravik lighthouse. It’s the perfect place to enjoy lunch while appreciating the rugged scenery.

After lunch, you’ll walk through the Almenningar pass for more impressive cliff-edge vistas. Marvel at the views of Hornvik bay while walking down the Innstidalur valley toward the coast.

Finally, today’s loop walk takes you to the Drifandi waterfall. Your knowledgeable guide will share stories of polar bear encounters in this area. They sometimes swim or drift here from Greenland, struggling for survival with meager hunting opportunities.

Throughout this three-day tour of the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, your guide will share insights about this incredible area of natural beauty and abundant wildlife. As you traverse through delicate ecosystems, leave this untouched wilderness as you find it so that flora and fauna may continue to thrive.

By the end of today’s walk, you’ve circled back to basecamp, ready to reflect on your day in the company of like-minded group members. After walking eight miles (13 kilometers) with a 1640-foot (500-meter) elevation gain, you will have worked up an appetite, so you’ll appreciate the gourmet meal ahead of you.

At the end of your evening, settle in for another comfortable night’s sleep, ready for your third and final day of hiking.

The exciting final day of this three-day Westfjords hiking tour begins with a relaxed start. Then it’s time to say goodbye to Hornvik bay and its friendly foxes before putting your pack on, ready to hike. Today is the only day you’ll need to carry all your belongings, so make sure you fuel up with plenty of breakfast!

The hiking starts with a final push through the Hafnarskard pass. The 1706-foot (520-meter) climb is worth it for the sense of satisfaction and superb views you’ll enjoy at the top. Take time to pause and marvel at the vistas looking south and down to Veidileysufjordur fjord, today’s destination.

Even in midsummer, you’re likely to see snow on the pass. The group will take it slow and enjoy the scenery of a landscape less often seen during the warmest months of the year. Have your camera ready to capture unforgettable memories of the area.

Then you’ll meander down the trail to the calm fjord waters, ready to meet the boat. There’s still time to appreciate the awe-inspiring nature and perfect solitude all around you before you leave in the evening.

You’ll likely feel exhilarated from your incredible achievement when you reach the fjord. Today you’ve walked 7.4 miles (12 kilometers) with an elevation gain of 1804 feet (550 meters), and you’ve covered around 21.7 miles (35 kilometers) over the three days.

The boat journey back to Isafjordur takes about one hour. Marvel at the pristine beauty of the fjord as you cruise along the calm waters. When you arrive in Isafjordur, the tour concludes, and you can spend your evening as you wish. Perhaps indulge in a delicious waterfront meal before enjoying a good night’s sleep after your adventurous three days.